Shave Library

Getting Started We strongly recommend that you read our Beginner's guide to straight razor shaving first. It contains essential background information and links to further reading that will help you get started. ( ...more) Read the Frequently Asked Questions from the SRP Forum. Or .... just start browsing and enjoy!

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Shaving equipment Basic equipment A straight razor A strop Recommended equipment Shaving soap or cream An alum block or a styptic pencil Additional equipment A hone

Shaving with a straight razor Preparing your face Making lather Shaving Post shave treatment

Maintaining a razor Stropping a razor Razors hones Honing a razor

Repairing and restoring straight razors Repairing scales Making scales Restoring razor blades

Important safety tips Safety tips Sterilization Toxic Woods

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